JCC Day Camps powered by Tamarack is in full swing and has been for the past few weeks. Everyone is so excited to see their camp friends and staff from previous summers. The theme for this summer is “The Wonderful World of Camp,” and that is exactly what it has felt like. Our specialty camps … Read more
Annual Meeting Announcement of the Fresh Air Society (Tamarack Camps) Date: Monday, August 9 Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Location: Springdale Park Shelter, 316 Strathmore Rd, Bloomfield Twp, MI 48304 We would also like to thank the exceptional leaders who are rolling off the board this year, due to the term limits of our bylaws: … Read more
At Camp Kennedy and Camp Maas, our campers and staff are home. And, on July 18th, Camp Olmsted begins. These statements are truly the dawn of a new day. Across the fields at Tamarack Camps, this is the comeback. A glorious return. An emotional reunion. And something is clear: even as we navigate the complications … Read more
All of us at JCC Day Camps powered by Tamarack, are so excited to have “boots on the ground” and prepare for another incredible summer. At JCC Day Camps, there is a variety of programming for children in kindergarten through ninth grade. We are located on over 250 beautiful, wooded acres at the JCC of … Read more
What an incredible and inspiring night! We extend our most heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us on screen for a “Toast to Tamarack!” Because of you, Tamarack Camps – and countless lives – have been changed for good. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, corporate sponsors, and community, our annual Send a Kid … Read more
The Alumni Spotlight gives us the opportunity to catch up with a Tamarack alum, hear about where they are now, and learn how Tamarack Camps shaped them. Marisa Horn is returning to Tamarack Camps for the summer – in a new role – after years away. Read her story below! When did you attend … Read more
A few weeks ago, my boots were on the ground at Camp Olmsted, located in Allegheny National Forest. I was able to tour the base and see what could be done to mold it into an outpost camp, similar to the vibes of Camp Kennedy and Charles N. Agree Outpost Camp. Olmsted is surrounded by … Read more
We are thrilled to announce and introduce you to an all-star group of summer supervisors! Our supervisors are selected based on their exceptional leadership skills, passion for camp, and previous camp experiences. This month, the supervisors hosted camper events on Zoom to connect their villages prior to the first day of camp. It was a … Read more
When I was in 5th grade, I played the drums. I only chose the drums because all my close friends played them as well; but without a doubt, I was the worst of all of them. One thing that stands out in my band experience was Mrs. Young, my music teacher, organizing us kids to … Read more
In partnership with JCSI, Tamarack Camps is protected 24/7 by a security team with experience in criminal justice and law enforcement in cooperation with the Jewish Federation of Detroit.
